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pain is worsened by sitting and radiates down the back of leg which suggests - ANSWER sciatic pain and possibly herniated disk especially after unusual exertion classic presentation of herniated disk is? - ANSWER moderate to severe pain radiating from the back down the buttock and leg, usually to the foot or ankle, with associated numbness or paresthesias. This type of pain is called sciatica, and it is classically precipitated by a sudden increase in pressure on the disk, such as a...

adenylyl cyclase - ANSWER An that catalyzes the enzyme conversion of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) to cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP), a second messenger. adrenal cortex - ANSWER The outer segment of the adrenal gland; releases cortisol when stimulated by the pituitary adrenocorticotropic hormone. adrenal medulla - ANSWER The inner segment of the adrenal gland, innervated by preganglionic sympathetic fibers; releases epinephrine. adrenaline - ANSWER A catecholam...

A nurse manager is explaining the use of incident reports to a group of nurses in an orientation program. Which of the following statements should the nurse manager include? Select all that apply. A. A description of the incident should be documented in the client's health care record B. Incident reports should not be shared w/the client C. Incident reports include a description of the incident & actions taken D. A copy of the incident report should be placed in the client's health care...

In order to promote therapeutic drug effects, the Nurse Practitioner should always encourage patients to - ANSWER take their medication at the prescribed times. A female patient with a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes mellitus has been experiencing increasing neuropathic pain in recent months, a symptom that has not responded appreciably to conventional analgesics. The patient's care provider has begun treatment with gabapentin (Neurontin). How is the addition of this drug likely to inf...

At 0 PSIG, how many BTU are necessary to change 1 lb of water at 212 degrees Fahrenheit into 1 lb of steam? a) 144 b) 180 c) 970 d) 1,190 - ANSWER c) 970 Radiation is a) the movement of liquids or gases created by a temperature difference. b) the transfer of heat by direct molecular contact. c) the weight of a substance compared to unity. d) a form of heat transfer by waves. - ANSWER d) a form of heat transfer by waves. Steam at 100 PSI and 400 degrees Fahrenheit is a) s...

which drug is associated with increased lipoprotein levels? 1. furosemide (Lasix) 2. Hydroclorothiazide (HCTZ) 3. Spironolactone (Aladactone) 4. Triamterene - ANSWER hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ) what is the main reason for giving a progestational medication to perimenopausal women who use estrogen? 1. preventing hot flashes 2. preventing osteoporosis 3. promoting growth of uterine lining 4. decrease the risk of endometrial hyperplasia - ANSWER 4. decrease the risk of e...

A nurse is assisting with the care of a client who has a femur fracture and is in skeletal traction. Which of the following actions should the nurse take - ANSWER Ensure the client's weights are hanging freely from the bed. A nurse in a provider's office is reinforcing teaching with a client who has anemia and has been taking ferrous gluconate for several weeks. Which of the following instructions should the nurse include? - ANSWER Take this medication between meals A nurse...

The nurse is preparing to administer an immunization to a four-year-old child. Which of the following actions should the nurse plan to take? A- Place the child in a prone position for the immunization B- request that the child's caregiver leave the room during the immunization C- administer the immunization using a 24-gauge needle D- inject the immunization slowly after aspirating for 3 seconds - ANSWER C- administer the immunization using a 24-gauge needle; The nurse should administ...

Proper PPE for contact precaution [, wounds, etc] - ANSWER Gown and gloves Proper PPE for droplet precaution - ANSWER Surgical mask within 3 ft of pt Proper PPE for airborne precaution [TB] - ANSWER respirator (N95) and negative pressure room Illnesses requiring droplet precautions - ANSWER Pertussis, influenza, diphtheria, pneumonia, bacterial meningitis Illnesses requiring airborne precautions - ANSWER Measles, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), Vari...

A #10 Can holds how many cups? - ANSWER 13 cups Best lab value to assess iron status - ANSWER ferritin Where is lactose absorbed - ANSWER small intestine Protein digestion begins in the - ANSWER A. mouth B. stomach* (pepsin and trypsin released here) C. SI D. Iliue Which of the following is reversed with vitamin A - ANSWER Nyclatopia- Night Blindness Fresh Meat contamination comes mainly from - ANSWER A. botulism (dented cans) B. Staph C. clo...